Paul Kim, WOODZ, Zion.T, god Cap Off Mnet's 'Live Wire' with Legendary Performances
Mnet's 'Live Wire' concluded its run with a spectacular finale, featuring diverse performances and collaborations by Paul Kim, WOODZ, Zion.T, and god.
The final episode, broadcast on the 5th, saw the artists deliver performances that resonated across generations, earning the show the praise of a 'legendary finale' and marking the end of its grand journey.
Kicking off the show, Paul Kim performed his hit song 'Me After You.' He shared his feelings about making his Japanese debut with the heart of a rookie, despite being 12 years into his career, and surprised the audience with a Japanese version of the song, signaling his willingness to embrace new challenges.
Following Paul Kim's nomination, WOODZ took the stage by storm with 'Drowning,' a song that achieved a comeback success during his military service. He engaged in a fun back-and-forth with Paul Kim, recalling their past social media interactions and his early attempts to propose a collaboration via DM before his fame grew.
Introduced by WOODZ, Zion.T discussed his recently released EP 'POSER,' sharing his thoughts on energetic music. He reminisced about his past encounter with WOODZ on 'Show Me The Money 5,' where he was a judge and WOODZ a contestant. WOODZ moved the audience by sharing how his mother's encouragement helped him persevere through difficult times. The two artists then delivered a legendary performance by reinterpreting Primary's 'See Through.'
K-pop legends god closed out the show with performances of 'Friday Night' and 'Candle.' They showcased the enduring power of a long-standing group, and Zion.T expressed his deep respect and the significant influence god's music has had on his own artistic journey. god also shared behind-the-scenes stories, including the infamous '280 million won food expenses,' which brought laughter.
The show's climax featured a joint performance of 'Ordinary Day' and 'Hwayang Bridge' by god and Zion.T. Zion.T expressed his gratitude for god's music, calling it a lifelong nourishment. With this final episode, 'Live Wire' beautifully concluded its musical journey, having created special moments connecting artists and viewers over 12 episodes.
Paul Kim is a South Korean singer-songwriter known for his soulful ballads like 'Me After You' and 'All Day, All Night.' He debuted in 2014 with the single 'Coffee Break' and earned the nickname 'Ear Connoisseur' for his distinctive emotional vocals. He has recently announced his venture into the Japanese music market, embarking on new challenges.